living history
Events
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Voices from the Shadows
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesCostumed guides portraying “agents of death” will lead participants by candlelight on a spine-chilling tour through the historic park and Breakthrough Battlefield. At each stop, guests will encounter an escaped prisoner... Read more »
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Halloween Tea
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesThis Halloween have a hauntingly good time while enjoying great tea and treats. Learn about the historical importance of 19th century Victorian mourning traditions, and mourning attire while enjoying fall themed... Read more »
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Veterans Day
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesAs former U.S. President Ronald Reagan stated "We remember those who were called upon to give all a person can give, and we remember those who were prepared to make that... Read more »
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A Christmas Past
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesExperience the holidays in 19th century style. Families will enjoy the opportunity for children to meet a ‘Thomas Nast’ Santa Claus including photo opportunities and the chance to enjoy cookies... Read more »
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Tea & Tidings
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesThe Park hosts several themed tea events throughout the year and this one offers the same tasty tea and treats with a program highlighting holiday traditions. Park staff attired in... Read more »
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Volunteer Open Houses
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesWe offer fun volunteer opportunities to help preserve history, and promote education! As President John F. Kennedy said, “Every person can make a difference, and every person should try.” Park... Read more »
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Volunteer Open Houses
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesWe offer fun volunteer opportunities to help preserve history, and promote education! As President John F. Kennedy said, “Every person can make a difference, and every person should try.” Park... Read more »
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Volunteer Open Houses
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesWe offer fun volunteer opportunities to help preserve history, and promote education! As President John F. Kennedy said, “Every person can make a difference, and every person should try.” Park... Read more »
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Valentine Tea
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesAt Pamplin Historical Park’s Valentine Tea ladies and gentlemen in period dress will teach guests 19th-century etiquette while they enjoy gourmet tea and snacks. Hear about famous love stories of... Read more »
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Independence Day Celebration
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesProclaim America's Independence with us on July 4, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. with activities and programs. As essayist John Burroughs stated "That which distinguishes this day from... Read more »
